Serving 487 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lichen K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lichen K-8's student population of 487 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Lichen K-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lichen K-8 is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7470 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lichen K-8's ranking?
Lichen K-8 is ranked #7470 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lichen K-8 often compared to?
Lichen K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Woodside K-8, Kingswood K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lichen K-8?
487 students attend Lichen K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lichen K-8 students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lichen K-8?
Lichen K-8 has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lichen K-8 offer ?
Lichen K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Lichen K-8 part of?
Lichen K-8 is part of San Juan Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Lichen K-8 located?
Lichen K-8 is located in the Antelope Woods neighborhood of Citrus Heights, CA.
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